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Marianne de Gandon Definitive

France · 1946 · 10f

This definitive stamp features the iconic 'Marianne de Gandon', an allegorical representation of the French Republic. Designed by Pierre Gandon, the image depicts Marianne wearing a Phrygian cap, a classic symbol of liberty. This design became one of the most enduring and recognizable French definitive series of the 20th century.

Issued in the immediate post-World War II period, this stamp symbolized the restoration of the French Republic and its values of liberty, equality, and fraternity after years of occupation.

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Catalog Numbers

sg964
scott787
michel748

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.